The Board and Management of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) have announced the termination of the process to divest 60% of their stake in the hotels. A statement released by SSNIT dated July 12, 2024  announced the termination and reaffirmed it’s dedication to managing the Trust’s affairs prudently and ensuring the sustainability […] The post SSNIT

Rock City Hotel has withdrawn its bid to purchase some listed hotels owned by the Social Security & National Insurance Trust (SSNIT). According to the institution, the decision stems out of some undue negativity that has been associated with the transaction, SSNIT’s failure to engage all it stakeholders properly about the situation, as well also […] The post Rock

EchoHouse Africa, a 360° marketing agency has entered into a multi-year partnership with a data intelligence company, Insightis Africa, to provide marketing data intelligence that drives strategic marketing solutions to its brands. This partnership lays the foundation for an optimized data-backed approach to all of EchoHouse Africa’s disruptive marketing campaigns and providing a more refined return […] The post

This July, staff from Standard Chartered took part in the Financial Literacy and Mentoring Session at the “Empower Her Camp” where they mentored young girls and provided crucial knowledge on budgeting, saving, and investing. The session formed part of the Standard Chartered Employee Volunteering program, where all employees are provided with three days of paid […] The post

Digital infrastructure media platform, Africa Hyperscalers Media has announced the launch of the inaugural Hyperscalers Convergence Africa (HCA) conference, slated for September 5, 2024, in Lagos. This landmark event aims to unite Africa’s digital infrastructure community, fostering collaboration and innovation across Data Centers, Connectivity, Cloud Services, and related sectors. Themed “The Power of Convergence,” HCA […] The post

By Buertey Francis BORYOR Chief Executive Officer (CEO)-MindCET EdTech Innovation Centre and Board of Directors member-Centre for Educational Technology in Israel, Avi Warshavski, has called for a fundamental shift in Ghana’s education system – from the traditional models, rooted in stability and rote-learning, to more interactive and technological approaches that stimulate creativity and innovation. He […] The post

 By Célestin MONGA After being disparaged and disdained for decades, industrial policy is back on the global economic agenda. Perhaps the strongest evidence of industrial policy’s rehabilitation is a recent international conference on rethinking structural transformation, cosponsored by the International Monetary Fund and attended by some of the world’s most influential economists. Industrial policy is […] The post

For 25 years, the Telecel Ghana Music Awards has been the premier event for celebrating the best of Ghanaian music. This prestigious award scheme has been instrumental in recognizing and honoring talented artists and music makers in the industry. And this year, the 25th edition on 1st June was no exception, as over 30 plaques […] The post TGMA

The insurance industry, often seen as traditional and slow-moving, is undergoing a significant transformation. This transformation is driven by advancements in technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI). AI’s ability to process large amounts of data, learn from patterns, and make predictions is revolutionizing how insurance companies operate. From underwriting and claims processing to customer service and […] The post

It is pleasing to learn that government has resumed work on several stalled housing projects across the country, in a bid to address the acute housing shortage. The goal to complete abandoned projects and provide affordable housing for Ghanaians is being spearheaded by the State Housing Company (SHC). Minister for Works and Housing, Kojo Oppong […] The post Editorial:

The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has donated a laboratory equipment to the Ghana Atomic Energy Commission (GAEC) to facilitate pharmaceutical, biological and forensic analysis. The Chief Executive of the NPA, Dr.Mustapha Abdul- Hamid, said the gesture by the Authority was  to protect public health and wellbeing as well as ensure quality of petroleum products in […] The post

By Christabel DANSO ABEAM The Federation of Associations of Ghanaian Exporters (FAGE) president, Davies Narh Korboe, has mentioned that complying with international food safety standards remains a major hurdle for Ghana – and a noticeable inconsistency in supply volumes caused by a lot of factors and limited international exposure keeps hindering access to premium markets […] The post

Esther Cobbah, Chief Executive Officer, Stratcomm Africa & President, IPR Ghana has challenged Public Relations practitioners to align their communication strategies with their organisation’s Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) objectives to achieve sustainability and greeter impact. According to her, businesses are constantly adapting to emerging trends, therefore practitioners can only make meaningful contributions through communication […] The post

The Insurance Awareness Coordinators’ Group (IACG) have embarked on series of sensitization programmes to increase insurance awareness amongst Micro and Small Businesses in the country. This is part of efforts by the Insurance Industry aimed at bringing insurance closer to the doorsteps of these Micro and small Businesses by making it more attractive and accessible […] The post

The Rotary Club of Accra-Legon has announced the assumption of office of Rotarian Kwesi Fui Acolatse as the 11th President since the club was chartered in 2013. The handover ceremony, held at the Christ the King Parish Hall, was attended by distinguished guests, Rotarians, family, and friends who gathered to celebrate this significant milestone in […] The post Kwesi

GCB Bank, the leading financial institution in Ghana, has once again demonstrated its commitment to community development and education through the purchase of 3,000 textbooks for the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) Revision Project organized by the Samira Empowerment and Humanitarian Projects (SEHP). This initiative, led by the Second Lady, Mrs. Samira Bawumia, aims to […] The post

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU Venture Capital Trust Fund (VCTF) has announced the establishment of a               US$30.3million women-led fund to  bolster women entrepreneurship. Percival Ofori Ampomah, General Manager-VCTF, made this announcement during the US$100 million Oasis Africa VC Fund II (OAF II) launch, highlighting the importance of empowering women entrepreneurs. Addressing a distinguished audience of industry […] The post

By Mohammed AWAL ([email protected]) The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has successfully accredited and licensed 51 cyber-security establishments, professionals and service providers as part of its efforts to bolster the country’s cyber defense capabilities. Since the process began last year, the CSA has received 1,629 license and accreditation requests. This includes 220 institutions registering to apply […] The post

The Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) has stepped-up efforts to distribute farm inputs, as the farming season is far advanced. The move is to enable farmers undertake their farm enterprises to enhance productivity. According to the Minister for Food and Agriculture, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, government has been working tirelessly to ensure effective distribution of […] The post

By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The Chamber of Cement Manufacturers, Ghana (COCMAG) has stated that it has no reservations about providing transparency in the price build-up of cement. Speaking during a consultative stakeholders forum on cement pricing and matters arising for growth of the economy’s construction sector,  organised by the Ghana Chamber of Construction Industry, […] The post